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Contract to Hire - SCADA Systems Analyst, this is a remote opportunity, working with our client in ... Support SCADA application servers, real-time and historian databases, communications interfaces ...

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Contract to Hire - SCADA Systems Analyst, this is a remote opportunity, working with our client in ... Support SCADA application servers, real-time and historian databases, communications interfaces ...

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US Data Engineering P5

$65.25 - $84/hr

... remote access and vendor connectivity • Define approved architectures for: Industrial data collection, Historian integration, Industrial IoT, Edge analytics, AI model deployment, Digital twin ...

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Remote in the United States, excluding NY & CA Job Status: Regular, Full-Time, Benefit Eligible ... Install, configure, and administer industrial data historian servers, interfaces, and ...

Remote Commissioning Engineer III Company Overview At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building ... Analyze DCS, historian, and monitoring system data for diagnostics and system performance ...

... Ignition Historian), and MQTT protocols * Knowledge of user role-based access, security configurations, and dashboard customization * Experience with remote support tools and methodologies

Senior Engineer, Remote Commissioning

Lake Mary, FL · On-site +1

$91K - $125K/yr

Perform advanced diagnostics and analysis of DCS, historian, and monitoring system data across gas ... and remote commissioning support. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical decision ...

... Remote Asset Health Monitoring for critical assets. Develop asset health models that integrate field sensor data, Historian and maintenance system data Provide technical guidance on OT/IT integration ...

Working knowledge of OSI PI Historian and Asset Framework (AF) structure design * Familiarity with ... Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants ...

IIoT Engineer (Remote)

Pittsburgh, PA · Remote

$110K - $130K/yr

Industry 4.0 Engineer About Ectobox Ectobox is a Pittsburgh-based remote industrial intelligence ... DataOps, Canary Labs Historian * Develop and maintain tag models, scripting logic, and ...

Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Remote Towson, MD USA Come make the world and accelerate your ... Manage data acquisition and ingestion processes, including integration with PLCs, historians, SCADA ...

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How much do remote historian jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote historian in the United States is $86,335.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $105,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Historian job?

A Remote Historian researches, analyzes, and interprets historical data while working remotely. They may write articles, create reports, fact-check historical information, or contribute to documentaries, museums, or academic projects. Common tasks include archival research, data analysis, and digital preservation. This role is often found in educational institutions, research firms, or freelance projects. Strong research skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with digital archives are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Historian position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Historian, you need a solid background in historical research, analysis, and writing, often supported by a degree in history or a related discipline. Familiarity with digital archival tools, citation management systems, and online databases is commonly expected, and experience with virtual collaboration platforms is also valuable. Excellent communication, time management, and self-motivation are essential soft skills for excelling in a remote environment. These skills enable effective research, contribution to collaborative projects, and successful completion of assignments while working independently.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Remote Historian?

As a Remote Historian, your daily responsibilities may include conducting historical research using online archives and databases, analyzing and interpreting primary and secondary sources, and producing reports, articles, or educational materials. You will often participate in virtual meetings with other historians or project stakeholders to discuss findings and coordinate research efforts. Depending on the employer, you may also assist with curating digital collections, responding to research inquiries, or developing public presentations. The remote nature of the role allows for schedule flexibility, but strong organizational skills are essential to managing deadlines and project goals effectively.
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Infographic showing various Remote Historian job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,335 per year, or $41.5 per hour.
Project Leader Application Support

Project Leader Application Support

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Lake Forest, IL • Remote

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Posted 24 days ago


Packaging Corporation Of America rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 145 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 109 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

Responsibilities:
Position is primarily focused on support for applications, data historian (PI/PARCView) and  setup/interfaces between OT and business networks  for ten Paper Mills located throughout the United States. Environments include SQL Server, MS Windows/AD, OSI/PI and PARCView.  Successful candidates will need to have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and have the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced industrial environment.  Some travel is involved on a project by project basis.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or equivalent field of study.
• Experience with the following:

  • Supporting/communicating/Interfacing to control networks/PLC’s (PI-OPCDA, PI-OPCHA, PI-OPCUA)
  • Software/application development using various development kits/tools (PI-OLE, PI-SDK or PIAFSDK)
  • Data Historian Software (OSI/PI)
    • Create/manage points
    • Configure/support Interfaces
    • User access
    • System management/installation/support
  • SQL Server database 2017+
    • Writing SQL queries.
    • Creating stored procedures / functions / views
  • Pluses for the following experience
    1. VB.Net / C#, .NET framework 4+
    2. Source control, preferably Git
    3. Web Development Experience
      • ASP.NET MVC, Web API, Blazor
      • JavaScript, JavaScript frameworks such as AngularJS
      • HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap
      • Mobile web development

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4-8 years of experience using data historians, interfacing/communicating with control networks, software development

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities:

  • Must be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers.
  • Must exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational and computer skills.
  • Must be capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving and detailed requirements-gathering.
  • Must be capable of working with ambiguity and change.

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